Definitions

1. verb

to separate something from others, especially in order to prevent infection or contamination

“The lab worker had to isolate the patient to prevent the spread of the virus.”

2. noun

a thing or person that is separated from others

“The scientist worked with a cell in isolation to study its behavior.”

3. verb

to make something seem to be the only one of its kind, or to make someone feel alone and unsupported

“She felt isolated by her friends’ constant criticism.”

4. verb

to separate or keep something from the main part of something, especially a circuit or a system

“The engineer had to isolate the faulty wire to prevent it from affecting the entire circuit.”

5. noun

a place where people or things are kept separate from others, especially in order to prevent infection or contamination

“The hospital had a special isolation ward for patients with contagious diseases.”